Mali healer arrested after failed AFCON victory promise
A self-proclaimed healer, known as Mr Sinayogo, was arrested in Bamako for fraud after collecting large sums by promising Mali's win in the Africa Cup of Nations. Mr Sinayogo reportedly received donations from supporters but was detained after Mali's national team lost in the quarter finals. Police intervened when an angry crowd gathered at his home. He is currently being held at the cybercrime division.
Match highlights
- Mr Sinayogo collected 33,500 euros from supporters, promising a Mali victory in the Africa Cup of Nations.
- Mali’s national team was eliminated in the quarter finals by Senegal with a 1-0 score.
- Police arrested Mr Sinayogo in Bamako for fraud after an angry mob appeared at his residence.
- Authorities stated that “charlatanism is punishable by law in Mali.”
- Mr Sinayogo was previously known as a political activist before declaring himself a marabout.
